Bartolomejs I

Bartolomejs I, born Dimitrios Archontonis, is the Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople, a position he has held since 1991. He is often referred to as the 'Green Patriarch' due to his advocacy for environmental issues and interfaith dialogue. Bartolomejs I plays a pivotal role in promoting unity among Orthodox Christians and fostering relationships between the Orthodox Church and other Christian denominations, including the Catholic Church. His invitation to Pope Francis to visit Turkey was significant in the context of ecumenical relations.